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Odishaaah! Discover surprise in every corner

Majestic mountains, serene beaches, spectacular wildlife, unique arts & crats, breathtaking waterfalls, interesting culture and some gorgeous landscapes – that’s how the charm of Odisha is!Wherever you visit, you’ll find something spectacular here, and the state will give you loads of memories to take back. 

Explore Odisha, India’s Best Kept Secret –places and destinations that’ll make you go aah! 

History/Climate/Cities

Odisha remains an enigma, as you traverse from East to West or North to South; every bend has an untold story, an untouched presence, like a surprise that’s waiting to be revealed.

Art & Architecture

Talking about the art & architecture of Odisha, it’s all very rich and vibrant. There’s an ‘aah’ story attached to each of the art-pieces. Even the architecture of the state is highly talked about, in terms of the diversity it offers, the tales they are built around, and the grandeur they carry 

  • Glimpses of Odisha
    Literature

    Odia belongs to the Indo-Aryan branch of the Indo-European language family

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  • Handicrafts
    Handicrafts

    When the magic in the fingers, manifests in exquisite treasures of the land

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  • Architecture
    Architecture

    Kalingan form of Architecture is similar to Nagara style of North India yet uniquely different

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CHANDUA (CANOPY)

CHANDUA (CANOPY)

Chandua (Canopy) is one of the most sought after Pipili's applique work

Cultural Heritage

As unique is Odisha’s destinations, art and heritage, the culture of the state is also distinctive. You can go ‘aah’ on the festivals celebrated here, the dance & musical diversity which the state offers, and also the way you’ll feel welcomed and greeted into Odisha’s culture 

  • Music & Dance

    In sync with the greatest music of Odisha, the Odissi dance is said to be an effort to come near God and experience true bliss. Therefore, this dance was a legacy kept alive by the devadasis who used to dance to the recitation of hymns and bols of talas.

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    Music & Dance
  • Festivals & Fairs

    Odisha is a confluence of the Aryan, Dravidian and Adivasi cultures. Most festivals in the state bring out some part of these cultures and celebrate their religion by way of festivals which span out the entire year.

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    Festivals & Fairs
PATTACHITRA PAINTING

PATTACHITRA PAINTING

Pattachitra painting proliferates in a small Artisan village of Raghurajpur that uses vegetable colors on palm leaves and textiles

Taste of Odisha

Inner Cuisine
Cuisine

And, what’s not ‘aah’ about the food which Odisha brings to the plate. The humble dishes of the state have a delicious taste to it, and the sweets couldn’t have been any better. As much as the spread of authentic Odia cuisine is mouth-watering, it also has a unique taste which you’ll relish forever

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